Nodal Institute: IIT Delhi

Theme Overview

The global energy transition represents one of humanity’s most critical challenges and opportunities. India, with ambitious renewable capacity targets, green hydrogen missions, and net-zero commitments, stands at the forefront of this transformation. This theme will encompass innovations across the entire energy ecosystem from renewable generation and storage to smart distribution, energy efficiency, and climate resilience. Beyond clean energy production, the scope includes digitalized energy management, decarbonization pathways, climate adaptation strategies, and sustainable development solutions that balance economic growth with environmental responsibility.

Representative Focus Area of Ventures operating in the Domain 

• Renewable energy ventures (solar, wind, hydro, hydrogen, bioenergy including ethanol, methanol, sustainable aviation fuel,  geothermal)
• Smart energy companies using AI/IoT for demand management, microgrids, and energy optimization
• Climate adaptation startups focusing on resilient infrastructure, cooling solutions, and agricultural sustainability
• Carbon markets, circularity, and decarbonization solution providers
• Energy storage and battery technology companies

*Representative examples, not limited to these

Short Summary

Energy, Sustainability & Climate Change highlights India’s clean energy transition innovations. Open to startups in renewable generation, storage, hydrogen economy, carbon capture, and climate adaptation. TRL 3 to 9 solutions demonstrating scalability, market readiness, and global applicability in decarbonization and climate resilience.